If you want animation that is not just for kids, X is available in the US on Crunchyroll, and in the UK on Crunchyroll right now. Across 1 season, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Junichi Suwabe brings more to the role than the format usually demands. Put it on tonight on Crunchyroll and see for yourself.

X arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. X has the visual identity that makes it immediately recognisable, and the writing to back it up. It's the year of destiny and 15 year old Kamui Shirō, a powerful psychic, has returned to Toyko after a 6 year absence. He returns to protect his childhood friends, Fūma, and Fūma's younger sister, Kotori. But destiny and fate are haunting Kamui and pulling in himself and his loved ones. Junichi Suwabe and Kenichi Suzumura bring more to it than the format typically demands. X premiered in 2001–2002. The animation style is distinctive enough to be immediately recognisable, but it is the writing underneath that keeps viewers coming back for more. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

X belongs on any best-of list regardless of format. The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse is the obvious comparison, but X earns its own place alongside it. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Junichi Suwabe brings more to the role than the format usually demands. A harder one to justify skipping than to start.

X wrapped up in 2002 — and 1 season is available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro's free voice app makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just say the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.